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Weekly Newsletter 10-2-2026

Posted Date: 10/02/26 (03:36 PM)
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GMS NEWS and NOTES

October 2, 2026

 
Today, we celebrate the incredible custodial team at Goodrich Area Schools! From early mornings to late nights, our custodians work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for our students, staff, and families. Your hard work, dedication, and pride in our schools do not go unnoticed. You are an essential part of what makes Goodrich such a special place to learn and grow! Please join us in giving a BIG THANK YOU to our amazing custodial staff for all they do each and every day! 👏💙💛 We appreciate you! #WeAreGoodrich
Today, we celebrate the incredible custodial team at Goodrich Area Schools! From early mornings to late nights, our custodians work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for our students, staff, and families.
Your hard work, dedication, and pride in our schools do not go unnoticed. You are an essential part of what makes Goodrich such a special place to learn and grow!
Please join us in giving a BIG THANK YOU to our amazing custodial staff for all they do each and every day! 👏💙💛
We appreciate you!
#WeAreGoodrich
 
A flyer announces Parent Teacher Conferences at Goodrich Middle School on October 7th and 8th, from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm, with school supplies scattered below.
 
A colorful flyer announces the GMS Color Run on October 6th, featuring details on donations, prizes, and volunteer sign-ups.
Click here to make a pledge!
A promotional flyer for the Martian PTO Color Run with sponsorship options and a sign-up form.
 
A graphic announcing Picture Retake Day is October 16th, featuring a blue outline of a vintage camera and the word "Smile".
 
An announcement flyer for the Goodrich Middle School Food Pantry, featuring details on its location and a thank you to donors.
 
A promotional flyer for a Trunk or Treat event by The Breakie Bunch Learning Center, featuring Halloween graphics like a pumpkin, ghost, and bats.
 

SAVE THE DATE!

A flyer for an 8th Grade Fall Fling event, decorated with autumn leaves.
 

April 28th - May 1st

The illuminated United States Capitol building stands proudly under a vibrant sunset sky filled with pink and blue hues.

PLEASE USE THE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER :

 
A promotional poster for the Brick Builder Club at Goodrich Middle School, featuring green and purple toy bricks on a dark background.

Please use the link below to register:

 
A digital flyer with a yellow sticky note on the left reminding people to fill out their I-CHAT form for the 2026-2027 school year.
 
A flyer announcing Martian PTO monthly meeting dates for September 17, 2026; January 21, 2027; and May 20, 2027.
An organizational chart titled 'Meet the Goodrich PTO 2026-2027' featuring photos, names, and roles of ten members in blue and yellow cards.
 

Get Your Yearbook Today!

Dear GMS families,

Welcome back to a new school year! With the new year comes the best time to order your students Goodrich Middle School yearbook. The best prices and offers are only available for a limited time at the beginning of the school year. The current and best price of $40 ends on Friday, September 11th.

If you have an 8th grader this year, 8th grade families can purchase a personalized ad to commemorate their students time in the middle school and give them encouragement for the years to come.

Both can be ordered online from our Josten’s ordering site:


The school year goes by fast, yearbooks last forever!
Goodrich Middle School yearbook information with options for ordering, recognition ads, and photo sharing.
 
A classroom with empty desks and chairs, featuring a poster about the GMS Wireless Device Policy Update.
 

Safe Storage Law


Under Public Acts 257 and 258 of 2024, beginning October 1 of each year, every Michigan school district, intermediate school district, public school academy (charter school), and nonpublic school must: 

1. Post this link Safe Storage Law , which contains the resources, to your own district’s website. 
2. Distribute the 2 required resources to all parents and caregivers (electronically or by mail):

The required resources are also available in other languages--, including Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Hmong, Lao, Spanish, Thai, and Vietnamese.
Click the "Safe Storage Law" link above to view the required resources in other languages.  

Free gun safety locks for distribution are available through the MSP Grants and Community Services Division. Please email
MSP-SchoolSafety@michigan.gov with the requested amount (in multiples of 25), a contact name, and the name and address of the school. The email must come from the principal or superintendent. 
 
Goodrich Area Schools promotes staying connected with families using the ParentSquare app for news and announcements.
A graphic with the words 'Martian Strong' and the values of self-control, teamwork, respect, ownership, never give up, and gratitude.
 
Person using a laptop

Contact info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:

  • (810) 591-4210
  • kmitchell@goodrichschools.org
  • www.goodrichschools.org